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Stillness in the Storm

Stillness in the Storm invites you into a year of grounded presence, quiet strength, and mindful living.

Rooted in the deep traditions of Aikido and enriched by teachings from Zen, Taoism, Buddhism, Indigenous wisdom, Stoicism, African proverbs, and select Christian insights, this 365-day journey is a daily return to center—where calm meets clarity, and action begins in stillness.

Each entry begins with a simple truth: Ki is extended…
What follows is a reflection on life, energy, and spiritual practice—drawn from real experiences, dojo lessons, and timeless wisdom from across cultures and philosophies.Read More

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Be Careful What You Believe

Rewriting the Quiet Lies That Steal Our Peace

You remember the harsh words you said once in anger.
The birthday you missed.
The moments you wish you could redo.

But what if the story you’ve been telling yourself is wrong?

In Be Careful What You Believe, bestselling author Keith Thorn invites you to step back from the guilt-soaked narratives we so often carry—especially as parents, partners, or imperfect people trying to get it right. Through honest reflections, tender stories, and powerful reframing, this book reveals a truth many miss: you probably did better than you think. Read More

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Still Standing, Still Growing: Presence Over Rank

What if the true reward of training wasn’t promotion—but presence?

In this heartfelt reflection on decades of Ki-Aikido practice, Keith Thorn shares the quiet power of simply showing up. This isn’t a story of titles earned, but of lessons lived—on the mat and beyond. With honesty and humility, he writes about falling, returning, aging, and learning to bow not just with the body, but with the spirit. Read More

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No Grapes in Grateful

“No Grapes in Grateful” is a 200-page journey of perspective-shifting wisdom, rooted in the raw truth that life doesn’t always go as planned—and that’s the point. Inspired by the mindset of Good (Jocko Willink), this book challenges the reader to abandon bitterness, excuse-making, and regret in favor of acceptance, action, and quiet thankfulness.Read More

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Our Bad Choices

A Wake-Up Call for Anyone Who Thinks They’re the Only One Paying the Price

We rarely see the full impact of our decisions while we’re making them. In the moment, we justify. We defend. We act out of emotion, fear, pride, or pain. We think we’re only hurting ourselves—or we don’t think at all. But somewhere down the line, after the dust settles, we start to notice the quieter casualties. The friend who went silent. The child who stopped trusting. The partner who stayed, but stopped hoping. This book is not about reliving shame. It’s about finally seeing what we couldn’t before—and choosing to grow from it. Read More

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The Unwelcome Task

How Learning to Carry What You Would Rather Drop Is the Start of a Life You’ll Be Proud Of

There comes a moment when we all face it: the responsibility we didn’t ask for, the weight we didn’t choose, the duty no one else stepped up to handle.

It’s the unwelcome task.

In this powerful and timely book, Keith Thorn invites readers into a deeper conversation about duty, perseverance, and identity. With relatable stories, heartfelt reflections, and grounded wisdom, The Unwelcome Task challenges us to reconsider the very things we try to avoid—and discover purpose in the burdens we carry. Read More

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The Warrior in the Garden

The Strength to Withstand. The Wisdom to Withhold.

In a world that demands reaction, A Warrior in the Garden is a quiet revolt.

This powerful narrative follows Kaori, a girl forged in silence and raised through traditional sword arts, who learns that true strength isn’t found in striking first—but in knowing when not to strike at all.

From barefoot days in a cedar-scented dojo to battles fought without ever drawing her blade, Kaori grows into the kind of warrior the world rarely sees—one trained for war, yet choosing peace. A disciplined student of kenjutsu, she carries the ancient principles of breath, balance, and composure into a world that confuses calm for weakness. Read More

No Mud. No Lotus.

The lotus flower rises from the deepest mud—its beauty not in spite of the mess, but because of it.

In this honest, soulful journey through life’s most difficult terrain, author Keith Thorn shares timeless truths about pain, resilience, and transformation. Whether you’re grieving a loss, rebuilding your life, or simply searching for deeper meaning, No Mud. No Lotus offers powerful reflections and practical wisdom for turning suffering into strength.

With raw stories, gentle guidance, and grounded hope, this book reminds us:
You are not broken. You are becoming.

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Unmasked

This is Me. Without the Armor

Behind every strong voice is a silent struggle.
UNMASKED is a raw, reflective journey into the truths we hide to protect the image we’ve built. With unflinching honesty, Keith Thorn invites you behind the curtain of a life that looked resilient on the outside—but often wrestled in silence on the inside.

This is not a book about fixing your past.

It’s about owning it. Facing it. And finally breathing without the weight of pretending.
In a world obsessed with image, UNMASKED is a permission slip to be real—and a roadmap back to wholeness.

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Faith Made Real

Faith isn’t proven in sermons. It’s proven in scars.

In Faith Made Real, Keith Thorn doesn’t write from the pulpit. He writes from the trenches—where faith was tested, broken, and rebuilt.

This isn’t a book of easy answers. It’s the story of what happens when life falls apart, criticism cuts deep, prayers go unanswered, and miracles seem impossible. And yet—grace keeps showing up. Read More

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Just Breathe

is more than advice—it’s a return to center.

In a world obsessed with hustle, author and Aikido practitioner Keith Thorn reveals the quiet rhythm that steadies the storm: the breath. Drawing from decades of martial training, spiritual reflection, and real-life tests of faith, this book blends ancient Ki-Aikido wisdom with modern neuroscience and personal story. Read More

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Making the Best of the Rest

Finding Grace, Love, and Meaning in Life’s Second Act

When life changes—through loss, age, or the quiet rearranging of what matters most—we stand at a crossroads and ask: Now what?

In Making the Best of the Rest, author Keith Thorn invites you into an intimate, soul-stirring reflection on what it means to begin again when the road behind you is longer than the one ahead. From his coastal winters in Port Isabel, Texas, to memories of faith, family, and forgiveness, Keith shares stories that remind us: joy is still possible, peace is still reachable, and love—if we let it—still finds its way. Read More

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No Regrets

The Freedom Beyond What Can’t Be Changed

What if you could finally stop punishing yourself for the life you’ve already lived?
In No Regrets, Keith Thorn invites you into a deeply personal exploration of forgiveness — not the kind you ask for, but the kind you give yourself.

From a childhood marked by pain and silence to decades of striving, fighting, and failing forward, Thorn’s story reveals that peace doesn’t come from getting everything right. It comes from finally letting grace in. Written with the same raw honesty that shaped Faith Made Real and The Unwelcome Task, this book is for anyone who’s tired of carrying old weight — anyone ready to stop running from their past and start walking with it in peace. Read More

A Warrior’s Last Words

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A Final Poem

A Warrior’s Last Words follows the extraordinary life of Nakano Takeko, a warrior bound by honor, duty, and an unwavering commitment to the samurai way. Born into the Aizu Domain in 1847, Takeko defies societal expectations, mastering the naginata and embracing the teachings of Bushidō under the guidance of her father and the finest samurai sensei. From childhood, her relentless determination carves a place for herself in a world dominated by men. Read More

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She’s Not Just Along for the Ride

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A Journey With Her By My Side

They say life is a journey—but it becomes an unforgettable adventure when you find someone who doesnʼt just ride shotgun, but cheers you on at every turn. In Sheʼs Not Just Along for the Ride: A Journey With My Biggest Fan, Keith Thorn invites readers into a heartfelt, humorous, and deeply personal memoir of love rediscovered later in life. Read More

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When I’m Gone

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The Story Behind the Silence

The Story Behind the Silence is a deeply personal memoir that weaves through love, loss, and the long road to healing. Written as a legacy of truth for those who may never hear it in person, the book invites readers into the soul of a father reckoning with his past, reflecting on hard-earned wisdom, and learning that forgiveness—of others and of self—is often the truest act of love.Read More

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